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Using Gesso As A Resist

Variations in application of gesso change the way media absord into your paper

https://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/using-gesso-as-a-resist • Posted by Vivian K.

I love this technique because it creates a painterly effect in your projects. Even with one color, you will be able to spontaneously create variations in hue - more intense color where the gesso is thin or non-existent, and faint color where it's painted on thickly.

You will need

Project Budget
Cheap

Time

0 h 20

Difficulty

Pretty Easy
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Description

I love this technique because it creates a painterly effect in your projects. Even with one color, you will be able to spontaneously create variations in hue - more intense color where the gesso is thin or non-existent, and faint color where it's painted on thickly.

Instructions

  1. Watch the video tutorial